- In December 2023, China’s exports of vapesto France amounted to approximately US$13.63 million, a month-on-month decrease of 5.48%, and a year-on-year decrease of 29.78%; the export volume was approximately 229 tons, a month-on-month increase of 0.57%, and a year-on-year decrease of 25.12%.
- WHO urges countries in Southeast Asia to strengthen the control of tobacco and vapes. According to data, there are approximately 280 million smokeless tobacco users in the region, accounting for nearly 77% of global smokeless tobacco users.
- Customs in Cologne, Germany, seized a large number of untaxed vapes, with a tax amount of 108,000 euros. The owner of the goods may face criminal prosecution.
- Lawmakers in Athens County, Georgia, USA, hope that the state’s FDAwillestablish an vape registration system to clearly define the scope of legal products and give retailers and consumers a clear understanding.
- Four counties in Greater Manchester feature in the top ten of the UK’s ‘vaping capitals’ rankings. Bolton, Manchester, Salford and Stockport are the areas with the highest number of certified vaperetailers.
- In order to circumvent the British ban on disposable vapes, ELFBAR will launch a new product “ELFBAR AF 5000” in the UK, which has a usage capacity of 5,000 puffs. This product is equipped with a 2ml built-in e-liquid tank and an additional independent refill tank with a capacity of 10ml.